Empowering Youth &
Transforming Communities
Paxton Scholars & Sports Academy empowers youth from East Palo Alto and surrounding San Mateo County communities to become confident scholars, leaders, and community-minded young adults through academic readiness, mentorship, life skills development, and the engaging power of sports.
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About Us
Basketball is our bridge, not our boundary
It creates a trusted space where young people feel seen, challenged, and connected. Once youth step onto the court, they enter a broader pathway designed to help them build discipline, emotional regulation, teamwork, conflict resolution, academic responsibility, and a stronger vision for their future. Through our A Better Me program, participants are guided to make positive choices, avoid involvement in negative systems, and develop the character and confidence needed to thrive beyond athletics.
Our Program's Core Mission is...
College & Career Readiness
Leadership & Mentorship
Academic & Scholastic Excellence
A Better Me
Our Programs
Paxton Sports Academy
Paxton Scholars Academy
A Better Me
S.T.E.A.M. Beyond the Court
Financial Literacy Education
In Action
Real stories of growth, achievement, and transformation.
Testimonials
Youth or Parent Testimonial
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Youth or Parent Testimonial
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